Vlerick Group

Vlerick Group, a family office based in Kortrijk, Belgium, has its origins in the textile industry dating back to 1880. It evolved from B.I.C. Carpets, a manufacturer of high-end woollen broad-loom woven carpets established in 1956. The group engages in investments across a diverse range of sectors, including textiles, metal engineering, and real estate, focusing on mature private companies as well as early-stage and growth-stage enterprises. Vlerick Group has also made investments in listed companies and actively participates in the development of financial services, building on its historical ties to the former holding company that became KBC Groep.

Philippe Vlerick

Founder and CEO

Past deals in Antwerpen

Ninepointfive

Funding Round in 2019
Ninepointfive is a venture capital investment firm based in Antwerp, Belgium, founded in 2019. It co-invests with corporate partners to support tech startups from pre-seed to maturity, combining venture capital with corporate acceleration to drive growth. The firm works with brands such as Beiersdorf, Telenet, and Agfa to provide strategic value, resources, and market access for portfolio companies. Ninepointfive focuses on sectors including energy, information technology, B2B software as a service, and materials and resources, seeking startups with scalable technology and practical applications. By leveraging corporate networks and investment expertise, it helps founders move from early validation to scale in a pragmatic, value-driven approach.
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